Marshall University (dark jerseys) lost to Kent State (white jerseys) 14-16 on Nov. 4, 1972, at Fairfield Stadium. The 1972 team had a 2-8 record under coach Jack Lengyel. Team captains were Randy Kerr and Chuck Wright.

Gallery: Marshall vs. Kent State, Nov. 4, 1972

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Marshall University (dark jerseys) lost to Kent State (white jerseys) 14-16 on Nov. 4, 1972, at Fairfield Stadium. The 1972 team had a 2-8 record under coach Jack Lengyel. Team captains were Randy Kerr and Chuck Wright.

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From 1966 to 1983, Marshall's football program suffered a dismal streak of losing seasons. In 1984, Marshall won its two final games on the road against Illinois State and East Tennessee State to finish with a 6-5 record for its first winning season in 20 years.

1972 Marshall University football roster from the media guide (player numbers were not listed)